Apple Final Cut Pro HD (4.5): New Features - Manual (Page 49)

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720p60 and 60 @ 30 fps Timecode
When editing 59.94 fps video, Final Cut Pro supports two time display options.
• 60 fps timecode: The timecode counts 60 frames per second, from :00 to :59.
• 60 @ 30 timecode: Displays 30 fps timecode with the addition of an asterisk on every
other frame. This time display matches the display on DVCPRO HD decks, and is
useful when you are referring to log notes or EDLs generated with 30 fps timecode.
The 60 @ 30 timecode format maintains compatibility when you are cross-converting
between HD and NTSC SD video.
To toggle the time display between 60 fps and 60 @ 30 fps:
1 Open a 720p60 clip or sequence in the Viewer or Canvas.
2 Control-click a timecode field, then choose Non-Drop Frame (this will display 60 fps
timecode) or 60 @ 30 from the shortcut menu.
Note: The 60 @ 30 time display is only available when you are working with 59.94 fps
or 60 fps media files and sequences. 720p formats do not support drop frame
timecode modes.
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